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Education: Early Education (PreK – 4)

Majoring in early childhood education allows students to take courses that provide a strong foundation in child development, family studies, and early childhood education. A career in early childhood can be very rewarding, providing the opportunity to influence and shape the lives of young children and their families. Early childhood education programs equip future teachers with the skills needed to create an effective learning environment that supports and engages learners throughout school and beyond.

WHY STUDY EARLY EDUCATION AT CHC?

Our Early Education program is designed with 21st century teaching and learning in mind and built on a tradition of excellence that dates to 1924 when Chestnut Hill College was founded by the Sisters of Saint Joseph.

CHC’s programs are accredited through the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) and governed by the General Standards of Chapter 354 of the Pennsylvania Code. All Teacher Education majors must be aware of specific PDE course requirements throughout their program of study. Students must pass required state assessments for teacher certification.

Chestnut Hill College’s Early Education and Special Education programs are designed to create a choice of programs that meet the interests of our students. These programs are in line with the guidelines established by the Pennsylvania Department of Education. All programs integrate theory and practice regarding the physical, cognitive, social and emotional development of young children in grades PK-4, as well as students in grades PK-12 with disabilities.

DEGREE OPTIONS

Major
Early Education (Pre-K to Grade 4)